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City in Oaxaca, Mexico
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Salina Cruz is a port city and transportation hub on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. Most visitors to the city are either engaged in the shipping business, or they're heading to nearby beaches for the surfing. Most travelers will find Salina Cruz to be a busy place that offers little charm or cultural value.
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Seaside promenade with sidewalks along the beach. Best sunset views in Salina Cruz.
Parque Independencia
Large central town plaza with walkways, park benches, and manicured gardens plus a large modern bandstand where bands play music on Wednesday evenings and local dance in the square.
Lighthouse
Lighthouse at top of rocky bluff over the ocean, excellent views of the harbor. You can watch freighters coming into the container port or oil and gas tankers to and from the Pemex refinery. 15 minute walk, uphill, on rocky terrain so wear appropriate shoes and bring water.
Seaside restaurant with large outdoor patio dining area overlooking the beach. Traditional Mexican seafood menu with some Oaxacan regional dishes.
Most scenic location in Salina Cruz, on the beach within walking distance of the lighthouse, somewhat remote and no parking. Food is traditional Mexican seafood. Full bar.
Best breakfast in town with fresh ground coffee and an excellent french toast. For lunch or dinner, they serve a coal black mole, rich in chocolate, coffee, and chile flavors. Head to the back for outdoor garden patio dining.
Chinese restaurant that also serves sushi, ramen and other Asian dishes. Inviting atmosphere and reasonable prices.
Popular seafood restaurant between Escolleras beach and the harbor. Family friendly with a small pool for children. Lobster tails and ceviche are recommended here.
Moderate hotel with modern updates. Clean, spacious rooms. On-site swimming pool and on-site restaurant.
Upscale hotel with colonial decor, large, clean, comfortable rooms, on-site parking, swimming pool, on-site restaurant.
Small, quiet, traditional hotel set around a central courtyard. Rooms are spacious and clean with hard beds and good quality funishings.
Five comfortable rooms in a modern house with personal service. Infinity pool looking over harbor.
Traditional marketplace for the city. Wide variety of locally grown produce, regional artesanias, household items, and of course, the city's best selection of street food featuring authentic regional cuisine.
By train
Salina Cruz is served by the Tren Interoceanico, a north-south passenger train connecting with Coatzacoalcos on the Golf of Mexico.
Salina Cruz is a fair sized city and you'll want to use taxis or Uber to get around, especially if you're unfamiliar with the area.
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